Responsibilities

Security Technicians respond to crisis situations in the inpatient and residential settings, and implement proper Mindset interventions which may include the application of seclusion and restraints. Security technicians are responsible for the safety and security of all consumers, staff and visitors to the hospital or group homes. They conduct perimeter checks both inside and outside the facilities as well as provide visitor control. In addition they conduct searches as directed and monitor for contraband.

Is sensitive to the consumers’ needs, expectations, and individual differences

Is gentle and calm with consumers and families

Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities

Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required

Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner

Follows AltaPointe policies and procedures

Attends appropriate in-services training and other workshops

Physical Requirements

Responsible for physical holds/restraints based upon direction of code leader

Frequent standing, walking and running

Frequent forward bending from the hips while kneeling to reach to the side

Frequent squat/lunge from a standing position

Strong grasp is needed to maintain constant contact with a consumer during a restraint procedure or with other hold techniques.

Maintaining back extension while in prone position (stomach toward floor) with one’s own body weight on forearms, thighs, knees to feet. The position is maintained from 30 seconds to extended time up to 1 hour or longer. This physical demand is frequent by nature.

Ability to put one’s own body weight on one knee and one elbow on the same side of one’s body. The position can last from 15 seconds or longer. This physical demand is frequent by nature.

Ability to kneel and reach to same side of body with both hands on the floor. This position is maintained for 30 seconds or longer. This physical demand is frequent by nature.

This position requires a strong core

This position requires upper body strength like that required to do push-ups.

Have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist and horizontally.

Any of the above listed physical demands could take place inside or outside the facility.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

And must be able to pass a physical agility test that includes running, push-ups, sit ups, etc. Details are available upon request.